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Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi

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Overview

Founded in 1985, the Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (Girne American University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Kyrenia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Northern Cyprus. This institution also has branch campuses in Canterbury, Hong Kong, Chisinau, Istanbul, Colombo and Washington. Officially recognized by the Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of North Cyprus), Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (GAU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Cypriot higher education institution. Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi (GAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 39-year-old Cypriot higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Cypriot higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Girne American University
Acronym GAU
Founded 1985
Motto Discendo Vivimus
Vision for the Future
Colours Red, navy and white
Mascot Eagle
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University Location

Address University Drive, PO Box 5
Kyrenia
99428 Northern Cyprus
Cyprus
Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi Phone Number +90 (850) 650 2000
Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi Fax Number +90 (392) 650 2061
Other locations Canterbury, Hong Kong, Chisinau, Istanbul, Colombo and Washington

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's admission information.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Admission Office Admission Office

University Drive
Girne Mersin 10
+90 (850) 650 2000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Control Type Control Type

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi is a private higher education institution.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Entity Type Entity Type

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi is a non-profit higher education institution.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's main facilities:


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Library


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's main services:


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Yüksekögretim Kurulu (YÖK)
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE)
  • European Council for Business Education (ECBE)
  • National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC UK)
  • Accreditation Agency for Degree Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (ASIIN)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Girne Amerikan Üniversitesi's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)
  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
  • Eurhodip
  • Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
  • International Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA)
  • European Council of International Schools (ECIS)
  • European Council for Business Education (ECBE)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Instagram Instagram

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